Few models have launched from more humble beginnings to reach such dazzling heights as the Plymouth Barracuda. Originally a trim package of the Valiant, the Barracuda was aimed at Chevrolet’s Corvair and the well-advertised rumor of the arrival of… more»
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Gran Coupe Project: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
Plymouth’s Barracuda got a new lease on life in 1970. Always a bridesmaid to the Ford Mustang, the Barracuda got its own new E-body platform (that was shared with the new Dodge Challenger). The Gran Coupe was introduced as… more»
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Fastback Project: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda
Though the Ford Mustang is credited with starting the “pony car” movement, it was named after, Plymouth got there first. 17 days before the Mustang was unveiled at the New York World’s Fair in April 1964, Plymouth began selling… more»
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Flower Power: 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Mod Top
Many people believe that the 1960s counterculture reached its zenith in 1969. It was during that year that this Plymouth Barracuda left the factory. Nothing screams Flower Power more effectively than its vinyl Mod Top. It is a distinctive… more»
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It’s Really A Gran Coupe! 1971 Plymouth Barracuda
When an enthusiast’s vision is to turn an auto into a clone, I’m generally supportive of the idea, as my thoughts are that if it’s your car, you’ve got the right to do whatever you want with it. However,… more»
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Triple-Black Legend: 1970 Plymouth Hemi ’Cuda
A genuine 1970 Hemi ’Cuda is already one of the crown jewels of the muscle-car world, but the example now listed here on eBay takes things a step further. The seller describes it as one of just 284 built… more»
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1 of 863: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
While the Plymouth Barracuda debuted 17 days ahead of the Ford Mustang, it was the latter that dominated the “pony car” market it was named for. The Barracuda was barely a sales factor through the end of the 1960s,… more»
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273/4-Speed: 1965 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S
Although the Mustang has long been recognized as the first Pony Car, Plymouth beat Ford to the market with the Barracuda by two weeks. However, unlike the Mustang, the Barracuda only enjoyed a relatively brief stint in showrooms. This… more»
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Drive Or Restore? 1974 Plymouth Barracuda
Unless it’s already been worked on, whenever an E-Body shows up for sale, there are almost always several positives and negatives to consider regarding whether or not it’s good project material. These details can vary, depending on the particular… more»
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340 Powered 1969 Plymouth Barracuda Convertible
1969 was the final year before the Plymouth Barracuda changed its personality entirely, severing all its remaining ties with the Valiant as the third-generation cars were introduced in 1970. I understand all the hoopla and desirability generated by the… more»
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Hot 440/4-Speed: 1970 Plymouth Cuda
With the exorbitant amounts many owners have been expecting for their E-Body cars over the past few years, here’s a seller that’s finally going in the opposite direction, claiming that prices have actually softened since their peak. Although the… more»
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Former Drag Racer: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
With all the buzz the more muscular versions of Chrysler’s E-Body cars receive nowadays, it’s easy to lose sight of how versatile they were as everyday drivers, at least for those not as inclined to push performance to the… more»
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Stored 41 Years: 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340
The declining demand for muscle cars in the 1970s spilled over onto the nimbler “pony cars”, too. Sales of the Plymouth Barracuda were off by 60% from 1970 to 1973, leading to the car’s cancellation in 1974 (the Dodge… more»
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Stored 40 Years! 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Fastback
The sporty Plymouth Barracuda had the misfortune of hitting the market 17 days before the Ford Mustang in 1964. The latter vehicle coined the term “pony car” to define the new market segment, and it buried the Barracuda in… more»
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440/4-Speed: 1972 Plymouth Barracuda
The North American automotive world was heading into The Malaise Era in 1972 as legislative requirements sapped power from many vehicles that had built their reputation on high performance. The Plymouth Barracuda was no exception, although the seller has… more»
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360 V8 Upgrade: 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
This 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is one of those E-Bodies with plenty of strong points going for it already, but that’s certainly not to say it wouldn’t benefit from some additional love as well. However, the positives appear to far… more»
